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Nature Stewards Program

Landowners interested in ensuring that sensitive ecological features on their property are protected in perpetuity have several options available to them, generally split into two categories: land donation or a conservation covenant.
A conservation covenant is a legally-binding voluntary agreement placed on land title by a landholder and an authorised organization (such as a Land Trust/Conservancy) that aims to protect the natural values of a piece of land. For...

Invasive species are species that are not native to an area and have a tendency to spread aggressively and outcompete native plants and animals. Invasive species take away habitat and resources (food) from native species which are part of the natural ecosystem of an area. Removing invasive plants and replacing them with native vegetation is one of the best ways to provide better habitat for native wildlife and species at risk. The links below offer information on...

This page is to provide resources, mostly created by the SCCP, to guide you in identifing the wildlife (and species at risk) found on the South Coast. Also included are guides to other resources and tips on management.
South Coast Guides
Amphibians:
Frogs and Toads of BC's South Coast, Aquatic Amphibian Eggs of BC's South Coast and Salamanders and Newts of BC's South Coast. French versions available for the Frogs and Toads, and Eggs guides.
For a summary of the...

Adding native plants and using wildlife-friendly landscaping methods can greatly enhance your backyard habitat. The following resources will provide information on what can be added to backyards to improve them for local wildlife.
The SCCP has developed the Gardening with Native Plants in the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley guide. This colourful, multi-page booklet will guide you in choosing top shrubs, trees, and flowers that will benefit local wildlife. Paper...

In 2006, the South Coast Conservation Program (SCCP) and the Fraser Valley Conservancy (FVC) joined forces to encourage protection of endangered species on private land. The South Coast has a high level of biodiversity thanks to a variety of ecosystems. However, the region’s natural plants and animals also face the challenge of living in the most densely populated area of the Province. Currently, there are over 260 endangered species that can be found in the...

SOUTH COAST CONSERVATION PROGRAM

French translation of SCCP original content available upon request.

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